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Baling Contract for Hay and Cornstalks

Awarded

1232SA26Q0150Federal

Submission Closed02/13/2026, 10:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 111940

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AI Contract Overview

Solicitation 1232SA26Q0150 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation for an Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) firm-fixed-price contract to provide hay and cornstalk baling services. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 111940. The work will be performed at the USDA Agricultural Research Service Midwest Area National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa, covering approximately 310 acres of mixed grass, alfalfa, and cornstalks. The overall period of performance runs from April 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, with specific baling windows for hay ending October 15 and cornstalks ending December 15. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor and equipment to perform cutting, conditioning, raking, and baling, ensuring dry matter content remains between 12 and 16 percent. Performance is monitored via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan focusing on outcomes, including bale size, weight, and moisture standards. Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, evaluating technical acceptability and past performance on a pass/fail basis before selecting the lowest-priced offer. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

Contract Value

NAICS

111940 - Hay Farming

Place of Performance

Ames, IA, 50010, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Awardee

LEVAX SOLUTION LLC

Award Issued Date

05/01/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for Hay Baling

qasp

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RFQ_1232SA26Q0150 Contract Clauses Document

25 pages · contract-document

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Statement of Work for Baling IDIQ Contract USDA-ARS NADC

sow

High

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

Timeline

PhaseAwarded

PostedJan 29

Combined Synopsis

AwardedMay 1

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

02/13/2026, 10:00:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

Contacts1 person available

OfficeBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

Office AddressBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA

Contacts

James Porter

contact@example.gov

Full Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0150 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an IDIQ Contract to Bale Hay and Cornstalks. This is a Total Small Business Set Aside.

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 111940 The small business size standard is $2.5 Million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

See “Attachment 1 - Statement of Work", Attachment 2 - QASP", and "RFQ_1232SA26Q0150".